1. Edification Ephesians 4:11-16
Oikodome "denotes the act of building," and "is used only figuratively in the N.T., in the sense of edification, the promotion of spiritual growth." (W.E.Vine)

2. Edification Some things in which we should grow.
Some things that hinder spiritual growth.
Some things that will help spiritual growth.

3. Some Things In Which We Must Grow
Grace and Knowledge. 2 Peter 3:18
Christlikeness. Ephesians. 4:15; Philippians 2:5; Galatians 4:19-20; 1 Peter 2:21
Judgment. Philippians 1:9-10; Hebrews 5:13-14
Character. Romans 1:18-32; Galatians 5:19-21; 1 Corinthians 6:9-11

4. Some Things In Which We Must Grow
Spiritual Sacrifices. 1 Peter 2:5
Faith & Love. 2 Thessalonians 1:3; John 13:35; 1 John 4:20ff
Ability to serve. Romans 12:1-2; 6:13; 2 Timothy 2:21